Local organization - arranging the food and the social events

Food

Refreshments at morning and afternoon breaks. Possibly, lunch package (buffet or box lunches) often reserved on the conference registration form. Make sure there are good vegetarian dishes and snacks.

Social events

• Reception: in a nice area close to the main event, on the night before the main event. Include one or two drinks free.
• Social event: traditionally, in an unusual or nice setting (museum, garden, etc.). The social event should be self-financed (either by tickets alone or by being supplemented by sponsorships). Tickets generally do not run over $45 per person (at the most!).
• Entertainment: traditionally, at the social event, for dancing
• Excursion(s) (possibly): on the tutorial day and/or one day before/after conference, or during, for conference families
• ACL Exec Dinner: The Exec usually holds a dinner for about 50 people, in a location possibly off-campus. This should be arranged with the ACL Secretary.
• Post-conference breakfast: chairs of the conference and the next year's conference get together to share information. This is typically held at the main hotel on one day after the main conference.